Frequent ISG presenter, World Series champion Houston Astros pitching coach Brent Strom makes a mound visit.
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ISG - Same Mission and Goals;
Brand New Name
Over the past decade or so, one of the major corporate trends has been re-branding of product names and symbols. Like using Twitter and Snapchat, it's seems to be the "in" thing to do. Well, we at ISG are not immune to these trends...in fact we have decided to embrace them.
Although the main thrust of International Sports Group (ISG) has always been the development and education of baseball coaches worldwide, over the years our name has caused some confusion in sporting circles. Originally, our beloved founder Bill Arce intended that the group not only educate coaches, but also arrange opportunities for baseball and softball teams to visit Europe and compete internationally. However, the mission of educating baseball coaches soon became the overriding passion of our organization.
Because everyone in baseball recognizes our initials - ISG - and associates them with baseball clinics, seminars and licensing opportunities, we have decided to only use those initials in the future. From this point on, all of our publicity and endeavors will be re-labeled with a name we think is a much more accurate reflection of our mission and our goals.
We look forward to serving the baseball federations of the world as we head into our 36th year flying our new colors and our new brand -- ISG BASEBALL
Although the main thrust of International Sports Group (ISG) has always been the development and education of baseball coaches worldwide, over the years our name has caused some confusion in sporting circles. Originally, our beloved founder Bill Arce intended that the group not only educate coaches, but also arrange opportunities for baseball and softball teams to visit Europe and compete internationally. However, the mission of educating baseball coaches soon became the overriding passion of our organization.
Because everyone in baseball recognizes our initials - ISG - and associates them with baseball clinics, seminars and licensing opportunities, we have decided to only use those initials in the future. From this point on, all of our publicity and endeavors will be re-labeled with a name we think is a much more accurate reflection of our mission and our goals.
We look forward to serving the baseball federations of the world as we head into our 36th year flying our new colors and our new brand -- ISG BASEBALL
Swiss National Softball Team Searching for PlayersThe U22 Swiss Softball National team is looking to add 2-3 players to their 2018 roster. Players need to hold a Swiss passport and be born between 1/1/96 and 7/22/2003 to be eligible.
The team will travel to the U22 Women's European Championship in Trnava, Slovakia from July 22-29. Interested players should contact team manager Sue Fischer at sue.fischer@swiss-baseball.ch Work Continues on ISG Baseball-Backed Ukraine Baseball ComplexRecently ISG Baseball continued its support of the new baseball complex in the Ukraine when Vice President Pete Caliendo visited the country and had conversations with the key developers there.
Caliendo provided the key players with advice on acquiring further funding including cooperation with the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) and procuring local funding. The meetings were part of the mission of ISG Baseball to grow the game worldwide especially in areas, such as Eastern Europe, which are ripe for development. To date, ISG Baseball has helped Ukraine Baseball raise over $20,000 for this project. 
ISG Baseball Vice President Pete Caliendo (far right) and officials of Ukrainian baseball stand on the frozen site of the new complex west of Kiev.
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Coaches - Are You a True Professional?
One of the best resources coaches have on the internet, the Changing the Game Project continually prints articles of pivotal importance for coaches of all sports at all levels.
A recent article focused on the importance of continuing education for coaches, especially if they consider their work professional. For too long, we have tolerated mediocrity in the coaching of baseball. Just because someone played the game in the past, does not mean they are competent to coach the game today. Baseball is changing rapidly and unless coaches keep attending clinics - such as those offered by ISG BASEBALL - they stand a chance of teaching outmoded and even harmful techniques to the players in their charge. The following link centers on making our coaching jobs a "true" profession and is a "must read" for all coaches. http://changingthegameproject.com/make-coaching-true-profession/ 
Players and coaches at the recent Ukraine Coaches Development program completed in February.
Detailed plans for the new field.
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Caliendo Conducts Certification Clinic for CEB License in Sofia, BulgariaBeginning in 2015, International Sports Group and the European Baseball Confederation (CEB) began an illustrious partnership to further develop coaching in Europe. Last year, coaches in Croatia and the Ukraine were instructed in some of the finer points of the game and are now spreading their knowledge throughout their nations.
This July, the first of the 2017-18 seminars will be held in Bulgaria. Pete Caliendo will conduct the week long classes for Bulgarian coaches which will lead to certification from CEB. Further information about the certification process and how a nation may become involved can be obtained by contacting President Tom O'Connell. 
Above: ISG Vice President Pete Caliendo and the Bulgarian U23 team talk strategy.
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Baseball Canada's Vision for Long Term Athletic Development Shared in Coaching Tips Section
Baseball Canada is miles ahead of the curve when it comes to developing athletes for life-long success. Thanks to our friend Andre Lachance, they have allowed us to share the scope of that vision with you. Check out our coaching tips section for a graphic illustration of their LTAD plans.
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